Retail Clerk 1

Retail Clerk 1

The Retail Clerk 1 is responsible for delivering excellent customer service to our college campus and community, providing an essential function in the success of our retail sales, clerical work, food and drink preparation, and other duties related to operation of a retail store or food counter, while also working with the highest level of food safety.

We are currently hiring for multiple openings in this role. These are full-time, 10-month cyclical positions.

Position Salary Range: $3,033/month - $4,002/month.

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Individuals newly hired to Classified position are placed in a salary range based on the WPEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. This is a 8 to 10-month cyclical position and actual annual wage will be prorated during cyclical periods.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Competitive salary is within the Range stated above, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous benefits is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This is a Classified, overtime eligible position and represented by the Washington Public Employee Association of Higher Education (WPEA-HE).

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

Bellevue College (BC) Food Services serves the college main campus by offering a full service cafeteria, three coffee shops and a Pizza Cafe (Housing) that serve hot food, light snacks, pastries, espresso, tea and beverages.

Essential Functions

Overseeing Retail Store/Food Counter

• Leads and participates in the cleaning of the cafe and equipment; assures that standards of sanitation and safety are met.

• Leads and participates in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products; rotate stock.

• Participates in large scale preparation and service of food & beverage on assigned shift.

• Assists customers in locating, selecting and purchasing various retail items at the retail store lunch counter, canteen, or coffee shop.

• Prepares and serves coffee, light lunches, sandwiches, and fountain orders.

• Processes on-line orders for in-store pickup or delivery, ensuring accurate and timely order fulfillment.

• Serves as cashier, processing payments, checking cash register receipts, and preparing daily financial reports.

• Checks credit cards and fills orders for delivery to customers.

• Files credit cards and other records and documents and maintains orderly filing system.

• Arranges supplies and merchandise on shelves and in displays.

• Takes physical inventories and keeps inventory records.

• Sets up tables, arranges condiments,

• Performs opening and closing duties for a cash register on a daily basis as required

Coordinating Catering and Events

• Collaborates with the catering manager for event orders.

• Orders supplies and food to meet the specific needs of each event,

• Prepares food items according to established recipes and presentation guidelines

• Coordinates with staff to ensure all catering supplies are complete and ready for use during events.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education/experience.

• At least six (6) months of beverage, food counter, or retail sales experience.

• Be proficient on the Point of Sales system and adhere to proper cash handling procedures and standards with a high level of accuracy.

• Must have King County food handler's permit within 14 days of hire.

• Demonstrated knowledge of:

• Food values and nutrition.

• Personal hygiene, food handling, sanitation, and safety precautions.

• Care and use of cafe utensils and equipment.

• Record keeping (e.g., inventory).

• Report preparation (e.g., supply levels and usage).

• Demonstrated ability to work on several projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrated effective communication skills and ability to follow written and oral instruction.

• Demonstrated effective customer service skills with employees, students, and visitors.

• Experience working with diverse colleagues and students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Conditions of Employment

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties.

Other Information

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.

• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply

Applications received will be given full consideration until the position is filled.

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional will not be reviewed.) Please review before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)

• Attach a Resume

• Complete the Job Questionnaires

Contact:

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.

EEO Statement

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, View phone number on click.appcast.io, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, View phone number on click.appcast.io, Office B126.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact View email address on click.appcast.io.